Dutch, Germans Insist: No More Aid for Greece
The two northern European countries reject the possibility of a third Greek bailout.
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Kyrgyz Political Crisis Prompts Premier’s Resignation
Parliamentary democracy in Kyrgyzstan is failing to address the nation’s economic woes.
Dutch Labor Party Resurges, Socialists Founder
The Netherlands’ two left-wing parties unexpectedly find themselves in competition.
Romney: What America Needs is Jobs
Mitt Romney touts his business experience in his nomination acceptance speech.
German Opposition to Central Bank Debt Financing
The Germans are adamantly opposed to the central bank buying peripheral bonds.
Obama, Romney Don’t Mention the War
America’s longest war plays no role in the American presidential election.
Economic Divide in America Between Blue, Red States
States that vote Republican are emerging stronger from the economic downturn.
Japan’s Noda to Call Snap Election in November
The prime minister’s Democratic Party is unpopular but he has to call elections anyway.
Defense Minister: Spending Cuts Put Dutch Security at Risk
Left-wing opposition parties and most Dutch voters don’t mind deeper defense cuts.
Dutch Premier Promises Tax Relief Before Election
Prime Minister Mark Rutte’s liberals are neck in neck with the far-left Socialists in the polls.
Turkey Again Floats Syrian “Safe Zones” Proposal
The foreign minister says Turkey cannot handle the refugee flow if it swells further.
Germany, Poland Oppose Stricter Emission Rules
Poland’s environment minister threatens to block higher carbon taxes.
The Navy’s Drone Fighter Almost Ready for Testing
An unmanned aerial vehicle is tested for takeoff and landing from an aircraft carrier.
Syrian Regime Suffers Diplomatic, Military Setbacks
Syria is expelled from the Organization of Islamic Cooperation days after rebels shot down a warplane.
Kim’s Uncle May Have Plotted to Oust Army Chief
The enigmatic Jang Sung-taek may benefit the most from Ri Yong-ho’s retirement.